Everton manager Sam Allardyce has hailed Jack Wilshere following talk of a summer move for the Arsenal midfielder.

With the England international yet to sign a new deal at the Emirates, the Toffees, as well as Juventus and AC Milan, have been linked with the 26-year-old.

Wilshere has impressed for the Gunners since returning from his loan spell at Bournemouth and they have offered him a new deal, albeit at reduced terms.

Although there are doubts over whether or not the former England manager will still be at Goodison Park next season, Allardyce has been left impressed by the midfielder so far this season but refused to talk about a possible transfer.

Allardyce, speaking on talkSPORT, said: "I can’t comment on that, you’re not supposed to be talking about that!

Wilshere during Arsenal's 2-0 win in Milan

"I’ve always admired him, oh yes.

"I’ve seen a big difference in Jack Wilshere recently, in his frame, in his body.

"He looks like he has really got the bit between his teeth.

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"He looks a lot fitter than he was and he is leaner in his face. He looks like he’s had a real go off the field, with his diet and extra training, to overcome his injury problems and prove what a great player he is.

"Hopefully if he is over his problems, whether it’s Arsenal or another club, we all hope he has a long career ahead of him."